In a shocking turn of events, Liam Lawson has stunned the racing world by out-qualifying his former Red Bull teammate, Max Verstappen. Lawson, the highest-placed Red Bull-affiliated driver on the grid at the Red Bull Ring, has denied seeking revenge against the world champion.
Having previously trailed Verstappen by 1.431s in qualifying, Lawson’s impressive performance has put him ahead on the grid for the first time this season. Despite his achievement, Lawson downplayed the idea of seeking revenge, emphasizing the hard work put in by his team.
“It’s not revenge, I haven’t really raced him at all, but it is a good position,” Lawson stated. “We maximised today, but I don’t expect to be racing him tomorrow.”
Acknowledging the team’s efforts in improving his comfort with the car, Lawson expressed pride in their progress. With a strong showing in qualifying, Lawson attributed his success to the team’s dedication to continuous improvement.
As the racing world buzzes with anticipation, Lawson’s unexpected performance adds a new layer of intrigue to the upcoming race. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling development!